
Kolkata, January 3, 2026: Baazar Style Retail Limited (BSE: 544243, NSE: STYLEBAAZA), a leading value fashion retailer with a strong presence in Eastern India, announced its business update for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, reflecting steady quarterly growth and a sharp acceleration in nine-month performance driven by store expansion.
Q3FY26 and 9MFY26 Performance Snapshot
The company reported healthy growth in standalone revenue for the December quarter, while nine-month revenue significantly exceeded its earlier growth trajectory.Standalone Operating Performance
| Particulars | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | YoY Change | 9MFY26 | 9MFY25 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations (₹ million) | 4,665 | 4,116 | 13% | 13,760 | 9,982 | 38% |
| Sales per Square Feet (₹ per month) | 704 | 826 | -15% | 745 | 737 | 1% |
| Total Stores (No.) | 252 | 199 | 27% | 252 | 199 | 27% |
| Total Rental Area (lakh sq ft) | 23.35 | 17.91 | 30% | 23.35 | 17.91 | 30% |
Store Expansion Strengthens Scale
During the nine-month period, the company added 45 new stores and closed 7 stores, resulting in a net increase in retail footprint and taking the total store count to 252. This expansion supported a 27% year-on-year rise in store count and a 30% increase in total retail area.Same Store Sales Growth Overview
Same store sales growth showed divergence across regions during the quarter, influenced by seasonal timing and regional factors.SSSG Performance
| Region | No. of Stores | Q3FY26 | 9MFY26 | CY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Bengal, Assam and Tripura | 90 | -22% | -3% | 2% |
| Other States | 63 | 1% | 8% | 9% |
| Total | 153 | -14% | 1% | 5% |
Cluster-Based Expansion Strategy
The company continued to pursue a cluster-based expansion strategy, opening 25 new stores within existing clusters during the nine months ended December 2025. While this resulted in a moderation in same store sales growth for mature stores within these clusters, overall cluster-level revenue rose sharply, supported by higher throughput and improved operating leverage.Outlook
Baazar Style Retail stated that it remains focused on disciplined network expansion, operational efficiency, and a customer-centric retail approach to support sustainable long-term growth.About the Company
Baazar Style Retail Limited, incorporated in 2013 and headquartered in Kolkata, operates a value fashion retail chain catering to family-oriented apparel and lifestyle needs. The company is listed on both BSE and NSE and continues to expand its presence across key consumption markets in India.Source:
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